As a storyteller I frequently think about " the rest of the story " not in print about the real people mentioned, often like this woman, not even named. This novel fleshes out for us the encounter mentioned in the. Bible in John 4. she also connects the Samaritan woman at the well with "The Good ...
I really enjoyed reading this book, and the history that it included was interesting to read. I have always enjoyed Bible reading, so the fact that this book ties that into the story makes it come even more alive for me. Though it adds to the biblical account of the woman called Mary Magdalene ...
Diana has the ability to take a story that you thought you knew and completely change your perspective. Her writing style reaches out and captures your heart and mind and she makes you fall in love with the characters! This story gave me a heart of compassion for Martha and a more realistic appr...
This was just a pick off the shelf before a snow storm. I enjoyed the first half of the book, though graphic sometimes regarding the Roman games. The story then becomes a telling of Jewish history leading to the death of Christ. To me it just seemed drawn out, predictable and boring. I stopped...
It was the sacred day of Passover. A time of a hajj or serious pilgrim-feast. The whole community would join them as they began their journey to the sacred mountain. “Caleb, quickly, close up the chickens. It is time.” Jesse was to take part in the ceremonies this year and was anxious to get to M...
“What foolishness is this, brother? How can you be so sure this will work?” Jared shrugged. “He loves her, and though he knows of Mary’s illness, he is willing to marry her.” A slight sneer crossed Zerah’s face. “Are you sure it is your daughter and not the boatbuilding business he is marrying?” ...